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Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis (R) celebrates with defensive back Chris Johnson. The legendary Ravens linebacker announced prior to the start of the playoffs that this would be his final season.

Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis (R) celebrates with defensive back Chris Johnson. The legendary Ravens linebacker announced prior to the start of the playoffs that this would be his final season. (David Butler II/USA TODAY Sports)

Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis (R) celebrates with defensive back Chris Johnson. The legendary Ravens linebacker announced prior to the start of the playoffs that this would be his final season.